Accountant — Gilroy, CA

Accountant in Gilroy, CA

B&H provides accounting, bookkeeping, tax preparation, and payroll for Gilroy small businesses — flat-rate monthly plans, QuickBooks expertise, and direct access to Bill or Hannah. The Garlic Capital of the World, Gilroy hosts one of California largest annual festivals, Gilroy Premium Outlets with 145 stores, and significant agricultural operations, creating unique payroll, sales tax, and seasonal accounting needs.

Accountant for Gilroy Businesses

The Garlic Capital of the World, Gilroy hosts one of California largest annual festivals, Gilroy Premium Outlets with 145 stores, and significant agricultural operations, creating unique payroll, sales tax, and seasonal accounting needs.

Flat-Rate Pricing — No Surprises

One flat monthly price covers your service with no hourly billing or surprise invoices. You always know what you pay, making it easy to budget for professional accounting help.

Direct Access to Bill or Hannah

When you call or email, Bill or Hannah responds, not a call center or account manager. You get the same accountant every month who knows your Gilroy business inside and out.

Gilroy Minimum Wage Compliance

Gilroy follows the California state minimum wage: $16.90/hr in 2026, with no separate local rate. We apply the current Gilroy rate automatically across our payroll and bookkeeping services before each effective date.

Silicon Valley Accounting Expertise

We serve Gilroy businesses alongside clients from Milpitas to San Jose, knowing the California tax rules, CDTFA filing requirements, and EDD payroll compliance that affect your business.

Accountant for Gilroy Businesses

Monthly Bookkeeping & Reconciliation

Monthly bank and credit card reconciliations in QuickBooks, transaction categorization, and financial statements delivered every month.

Business & Individual Tax Preparation

Annual federal and California returns for S-corps, LLCs, partnerships, sole proprietors, and individuals. Quarterly estimated tax planning included.

Payroll Processing

Weekly or bi-weekly payroll via SurePayroll with direct deposit, quarterly 941 filings, annual W-2s, and automatic minimum wage compliance.

QuickBooks Setup & Cleanup

We set up QuickBooks correctly from day one or clean up an existing file. Catch-up accounting for months or years of backlog handled quickly.

California Sales Tax Filing

CDTFA sales tax returns prepared and filed on time. We track taxable vs. non-taxable revenue and prepayment schedules for high-volume sellers.

Startup Accounting & R&D Tax Credits

From QuickBooks setup and burn-rate tracking to R&D tax credit analysis under IRC Section 41, we support early-stage businesses from formation through first revenue.

Gilroy Accountant FAQ

Do you provide accounting services in Gilroy?

Yes. B&H Accounting & Tax Services serves Gilroy businesses and individuals remotely through our secure client portal. Most clients spend under 20 minutes a month uploading documents. Call 408-256-0339 for a free consultation.

What accounting services do you offer Gilroy businesses?

We provide monthly bookkeeping, QuickBooks setup and maintenance, business and individual tax preparation, payroll processing, California sales tax filing, and startup accounting with R&D credit analysis, all at flat monthly rates.

How does the minimum wage in Gilroy affect my payroll?

Gilroy follows the California state minimum wage: $16.90/hr in 2026, with no separate local rate. We update your payroll before each effective date so you are always compliant without tracking rate changes yourself.

Do you work with Gilroy startups and tech businesses?

Yes. We work with Gilroy tech startups and Agriculture, Gilroy Premium Outlets retail, food processing, and construction, providing QuickBooks setup, burn-rate tracking, payroll compliance, and R&D tax credit analysis under IRC Section 41 for qualifying software and hardware development expenses.

More Services for Gilroy Businesses

Tax Preparation for Gilroy Businesses

Federal and California business and individual tax returns for Gilroy small businesses and residents. Quarterly estimated tax planning included.

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Payroll Services in Gilroy

Flat-rate payroll for Gilroy businesses via SurePayroll: direct deposit, quarterly filings, W-2s, and automatic compliance with Gilroy minimum wage of $16.90/hr.

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Our Flat-Rate EZ Accounting Process

See exactly how B&H monthly accounting works: upload, reconcile, report. Most Gilroy clients spend under 20 minutes a month on their books.

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